2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti and 2008 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 174 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Lacetti | Ranger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |